About the course
Melbourne's floodlit practice range and golf academy beside Albert Park Lake
Albert Park Driving Range is a public golf practice and learning facility in Albert Park, Victoria, Australia. The range runs over 250 metres with multiple individual driving bays, many of them undercover, plus a short-game practice area featuring putting and chipping greens overlooking Albert Park Lake and a practice bunker. Facilities include a pro shop, club hire, club fitting, coaching with PGA professionals, beginner, ladies and junior clinics, a clubhouse, restaurant/dining, and parking. The floodlit range is open seven days a week, with evening hours during the week.
This is a place that consistently earns praise as a relaxed, welcoming spot for everyone from complete first-timers to seasoned players. Reviewers frequently highlight the friendly, attentive staff and the easygoing atmosphere, making it a popular choice for casual hits with friends, family outings, and even booked work functions. The licensed catering, with food and drinks on hand, regularly comes up as a standout, adding to the social, fun vibe. Many visitors note how beginner-friendly it feels, while the calm setting near Albert Park Lake adds to the sense of a peaceful, enjoyable day out. Newcomers are often reminded to bring a glove, but the overall impression is of a clean, well-run facility that's easy to enjoy.